Description
A delicious and flavorful recipe for Pan-Fried Sticky Garlic Tofu served with crispy Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts. The tofu is coated in a sticky garlic sauce, while the Brussels sprouts are roasted to perfection. A perfect vegan and gluten-free dish with a balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu:
- 1 (14-ounce) block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Brussels Sprouts:
- 3 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (slurry)
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast Brussels sprouts: Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet at 400°F for 25–30 minutes until crispy.
- Prepare tofu: Coat tofu cubes with cornstarch. Pan-fry in a skillet until golden and crispy.
- Make garlic sauce: Sauté garlic and ginger, then add soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sriracha. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Combine tofu and sauce: Toss tofu in the garlic sauce until coated.
- Serve: Serve hot with roasted Brussels sprouts, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Press tofu well to remove excess moisture for crispiness.
- Substitute maple syrup with honey or agave if desired.
- Adjust sriracha for preferred level of heat.
- Pair with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
